Bala is playing the role of Global Engineering Platform Manager for Ford’s e-Commerce Marketing & Sales. Bala is an Engineering Growth mindset person with specialization in DevSecOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Performance Engineering (PE) and Release Management along with various in depth IT leadership experience. More in LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/balachandarnatarajan/

Bala is playing the role of Global Engineering Platform Manager for Ford’s e-Commerce Marketing & Sales. Bala is an Engineering Growth mindset person with specialization in DevSecOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Performance Engineering (PE) a... Show more

Gyan Lakhwani is a designer and a teller of tall tales. Formerly at Microsoft, he now co-runs Public Knowledge Studio where his work blends strategy, code, interfaces, and just the right amount of heresy. He is also visiting faculty at the Department of Design, DTU, where his recent areas of work are Data Visualization and New Media.

Gyan Lakhwani is a designer and a teller of tall tales. Formerly at Microsoft, he now co-runs Public Knowledge Studio where his work blends strategy, code, interfaces, and just the right amount of heresy. He is also visiting faculty at the Department... Show more

"Quand tu fais appel à un zèbre, tu lui demandes pas d'enlever ses rayures !"
Ludo (Gilles Lellouche) dans Ma vie en l'air - Rémi Bezançon - 2005

Depuis 10 ans maintenant j'aime bien gratter et provoquer partout où je passe, pour comprendre comment fonctionnent les choses (organisations, interactions humaines, business model, ...) et pourquoi on ne ferait pas autrement.

Aimant toucher à tout j'interviens au sein de plusieurs collectifs, dans plusieurs domaines, pour arriver à mes fins : imaginer et se projeter dans le futur, repenser les organisations et les manières de travailler, interroger le positionnement et la valeur des offres (produits et services), travailler la prise de parole et la mise en récit.

J'aime beaucoup Gaston Lagaffe, les Casseurs Flowters, les joggings et les casquettes. Et les Dinosaurus aussi.

"Quand tu fais appel à un zèbre, tu lui demandes pas d'enlever ses rayures !" Ludo (Gilles Lellouche) dans Ma vie en l'air - Rémi Bezançon - 2005 Depuis 10 ans maintenant j'aime bien gratter et provoquer partout où je passe, pour comprendre comme... Show more

Guzzo is a Brazilian designer, multimodal researcher, and community architect for TikTok Tech Innovation. Previously, he worked as the Program Designer for Harvard's Applied Social Media lab, building public interest social media technology. He draws on his background in filmmaking and storytelling to build socio-technical communities and systems for collaboration and public imagination. He holds a Master of Fine Arts Degree from the University of California San Diego in Speculative Design.

Guzzo is a Brazilian designer, multimodal researcher, and community architect for TikTok Tech Innovation. Previously, he worked as the Program Designer for Harvard's Applied Social Media lab, building public interest social media technology. He draws... Show more

Miroslav is an architectural designer, visionary, founder of Mind Design, and Co-Founder of Dom World.
He pursued his Master of Architecture at the Architectural Association, London.
With a computational design background and specialization in Sustainable Pure Design with elements of surprise, he believes that using cutting-edge technology and collaborative thinking is the right approach to solving problems and finding design opportunities.

Miroslav is an architectural designer, visionary, founder of Mind Design, and Co-Founder of Dom World. He pursued his Master of Architecture at the Architectural Association, London. With a computational design background and specialization in Sust... Show more

Innovative leader in AI-driven creative workflows, Gilberto Balderas merges technical expertise with artistic vision. As Head of AI R&D at Cadis AI, he architects generative pipelines for studios and brands. He collaborates with USC’s Entertainment Technology Center as a ComfyUI specialist, designing production-ready AI systems for film. Head of Mexico’s GenAI Collective, he bridges global AI innovation with Latin American talent. Previously, he pioneered AI-assisted virtual production at Julio Verne Studios and optimized localization workflows with TTS/AI dubbing.

Innovative leader in AI-driven creative workflows, Gilberto Balderas merges technical expertise with artistic vision. As Head of AI R&D at Cadis AI, he architects generative pipelines for studios and brands. He collaborates with USC’s Entertainment T... Show more

Forever DM, 18th level Party Cleric, Diablo II enthusiast, supernerd, Pokemon master.

Forever DM, 18th level Party Cleric, Diablo II enthusiast, supernerd, Pokemon master. Show more

Daniel is an event organizer and game enthusiast with a passion for creating immersive geek-themed quizzes, board game tournaments, and trading card game competitions including Disney Lorcana, Pokémon TCG, and more. With years of experience in project management, crowdfunding, and public speaking, Daniel brings a unique blend of strategic thinking and community energy to every event — from intimate game nights to large-scale competitions and nerdy pub quizzes.

The events Daniel organizes are open to everyone, with a focus on creating inclusive, welcoming spaces where geek culture becomes a platform for connection, creativity, and belonging. With a background in human rights work, Daniel approaches every gathering not just as entertainment, but as an opportunity to build empathy and shared joy.

Daniel is an event organizer and game enthusiast with a passion for creating immersive geek-themed quizzes, board game tournaments, and trading card game competitions including Disney Lorcana, Pokémon TCG, and more. With years of experience in projec... Show more

Designer and Entrepreneur

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Luca holds a degree in Computer Engineering from the Faculty of Engineering of the University of L'Aquila and has more than fifteen years of experience working on the Microsoft Data Platform. He started his experience as a T-SQL developer on SQL Server 2000 and 2005. He then focused on the whole Microsoft Business Intelligence stack (SSIS, SSAS, SSRS), deepening data warehousing techniques. Recently, he has been focusing on the world of Advanced Analytics and Data Science. He contributes to the technical community as a speaker at data events and through his personal blog on Medium. He is the author of Extending Power BI with Python and R, published by Packt Publishing. He held the role of Mentor & Technical Director at Lucient (formerly SolidQ). He is now Head of Data & AI at iCubed. He is currently a Microsoft Data Platform Most Valuable Professional (MVP).

He also graduated with honors in classical piano from the "Alfredo Casella" Conservatory in L'Aquila.

Luca holds a degree in Computer Engineering from the Faculty of Engineering of the University of L'Aquila and has more than fifteen years of experience working on the Microsoft Data Platform. He started his experience as a T-SQL developer on SQL Serv... Show more

I am a Product designer with over 4 years of work experience. I build aesthetically pleasing and functional products.

I am a Product designer with over 4 years of work experience. I build aesthetically pleasing and functional products. Show more

Victory Aghazie is a multidisciplinary designer with deep expertise in Product, Brand, and System Design. For over six years, I’ve collaborated with early-stage startups and growth-driven teams to design MVPs and shape experiments. My work spans industries like web3, real estate, wellness, and more, at companies like Andela and The Nigeria High Commission, United Kingdom. Etc.

I am developing an AI-powered tooling system designed to reduce the gap between design and code. The goal is to bring designers and developers closer together; not just in workflow, but in shared languages.

Victory Aghazie is a multidisciplinary designer with deep expertise in Product, Brand, and System Design. For over six years, I’ve collaborated with early-stage startups and growth-driven teams to design MVPs and shape experiments. My work spans indu... Show more

Folk music, bard songs, and sea shanties! Flotnar is a Croatian folk band with a diverse mix of styles. The name comes from Old Norse, meaning 'seafarers'.

Inspired by traditional Slavic and Norse music and mythology, the band blends elements from these cultures along with English and Irish folk songs. Whether it's fantasy themes or medieval tunes, Flotnar will take you on a musical journey through time.

Folk music, bard songs, and sea shanties! Flotnar is a Croatian folk band with a diverse mix of styles. The name comes from Old Norse, meaning 'seafarers'. Inspired by traditional Slavic and Norse music and mythology, the band blends elements from... Show more

Freelance story editor, all-around shtriga from Shtriga, alternative history writer, and lover of all things wild & queer.

Freelance story editor, all-around shtriga from Shtriga, alternative history writer, and lover of all things wild & queer. Show more

The name is Sanja, which in Croatian means a dreamer. Graphic design is my main quest, while gaming, cosplay, music, movies, shows and creating artworks are my side quests. I am but a young lass of 29 years who dreams of exploring the hidden secrets of the world, and one day creating a book of my adventures. If you know an elf or a dwarf or any magical creature out there in a need of assistance with graphic design or voice acting, don't hesitate to let me know! ;)

The name is Sanja, which in Croatian means a dreamer. Graphic design is my main quest, while gaming, cosplay, music, movies, shows and creating artworks are my side quests. I am but a young lass of 29 years who dreams of exploring the hidden secrets ... Show more

Amulet D20 is a Slovenian cultural and artistic association dedicated to fantasy, tabletop gaming, and creative storytelling. It grew into one of Slovenia’s largest and most vibrant fantasy communities.

Origins and Mission
Amulet D20 was formed as a fantasy subsection of the Fofité Arts and Culture Association, but officially became an independent association in 2023, merging with the D20 Association. Its core mission is to foster imagination, creativity, and community through fantasy role-playing games and related hobbies. Although based in Medvode, its influence spans across Slovenia, including events in Ljubljana, Koper, Maribor, Celje, Velenje, Kranj, and other cities in most regions of the country.

Weekly Thursday Meetups
Every Thursday, Amulet D20 hosts regular community meetups, which have become the beating heart of the association. Starting with just five people in a basement, these gatherings have grown into weekly events with over 100 attendees. Members from all over the country come together to paint miniatures, play D&D, wargames, board games, and more. These evenings are a cornerstone of Amulet’s mission: building a welcoming, creative, and social space for all fans of fantasy.

Events and Activities
Amulet D20 offers a rich array of events and initiatives, including:
Thematic evenings – Events organized every three months and visited by around 200 people as part of Amulet D20s four yearly themes. Decorations are crafted, dioramas built, and costumes made.
D&D Retreats – Weekend-long storytelling getaways.
Creative Workshops – For world-building, crafting, and hobby skill-building.
Amulet D20 Grand Tournament – A major wargaming event featuring titles like Conquest, Warhammer: Age of Sigmar, Star Wars: Legion, and Eldfall Chronicles.
Fantasy Ball – A majestic evening at a castle where guests dress in elaborate costumes inspired by fantasy worlds. With live music, performances, and immersive décor, the ball transforms the venue into an enchanting realm. It’s a celebration of creativity, elegance, and shared passion, drawing in both long-time members and new faces from across the country.

Community and Values
The association is built on values of inclusivity, playfulness, and shared imagination. It actively encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to explore fantasy worlds, create together, and form lasting friendships. Through its network of events, volunteer projects, and regional groups, Amulet D20 is helping shape a new generation of fantasy enthusiasts in Slovenia and beyond.

Amulet D20 is a Slovenian cultural and artistic association dedicated to fantasy, tabletop gaming, and creative storytelling. It grew into one of Slovenia’s largest and most vibrant fantasy communities. Origins and Mission Amulet D20 was formed a... Show more

Karmaklubb* is an autonomous nomadic queer platform, a space for critical reflection, and celebration. An ever-morphing space for queer visibility and joy. Besides club evenings and nights, the programme consists of open conversations, curatorial work, screenings, artist talks, film production, panels, concerts, performance art, Drag, wine tastings, ale, and sometimes food. Things that are nice for the whole being. Since 2018 Karmaklubb* has realised more than 350 projects, among them hosted events of various sorts in addition to launching an extensive number of other projects on- and offline. Karmaklubb* is also a publishing and research platform, the IGWTLI publishing (established in 2018), that exists as essays, letters and gifts, transcripts, experimental written encounters, in addition to listening sets, podcasts, and an archive of ‘thought & pleasure’ — and new forms constantly to be explored. Critical reflections as well as pure joi (sic), anchored in the Karmaklubb* ever morphing and transcending practice with people being part of the travel. Partners and collaborators include museums, artist driven initiatives, print houses, publishers, a wide range of organisations and individuals working within the fields of arts and culture, rights and freedom of speech, as well as gastronomy and nightlife — in Norway and internationally.

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Recently (January 2025), Karmaklubb* was brought to TRIUMF AMIRIA. Museum of Queer Culture to collaborate with Kilobase Bucharest, Romania, funded by EEA Grants 2014–2021 and RO-CULTURE Programme , with partner Coast Contemporary. Karmaklubb* is primarily funded by Karmaklubb*. The programme for 2024 was partly funded by The Fritt Ord Foundation / Stiftelsen Fritt Ord (the discoursive content) in addition to collaborative partners and venues, in particular Kunstnernes Hus, and through programming with OSLOOVE and Oslo 2024, Oslo Badstuforening, Jaeger, SKIN Orange Wine Fest, and Det Gode Selskab (NOR). Funding and larger project the last years (a very small selection, no order of appearance): Office for Contemporary Art Norway (OCA); The Royal Norwegian Consulate General, New York, NY, USA / The Ministry of Foreign Affairs; BIT Teatergarasjen for METEOR International Theatre Festival; Arts and Culture Norway (Kulturdirektoratet); Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), Spain; Preus Museum, national museum for photography; MUNCH (Munchmuseet); Nasjonalmuseet / National Museum; KODE Art Museums and Composer Homes, Bergen; Oslo Pride; Agency for Cultural Affairs, City of Oslo (Kulturetaten, Oslo kommune).

Karmaklubb* is run by Tine Semb, Norway.

Tine Semb, born 1984 in Norway, is an artist, editor, publisher, writer, beer brewer/lover, wine nerd, clubber, likes to build things and to celebrate love, desire, and joy. Also likes people and flowers. Sometimes DJing. Organiser, curator, and founder of Karmaklubb*. Working as Co-Editor at Billedkunst art journal.

Karmaklubb* is an autonomous nomadic queer platform, a space for critical reflection, and celebration. An ever-morphing space for queer visibility and joy. Besides club evenings and nights, the programme consists of open conversations, curatorial wor... Show more

one decade of experience

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Since childhood, Ana has lived with one foot in this world and the other in realms of magic, mystery, and dice rolls. A lifelong devotee of books, science fiction, fantasy, and TTRPGs, Ana’s idea of paradise involves a good story, a curious mind, and a band of unlikely heroes rolling for initiative. She believes we all need oases where we can share our passions, feel accepted, and be wonderfully weird together.

Since childhood, Ana has lived with one foot in this world and the other in realms of magic, mystery, and dice rolls. A lifelong devotee of books, science fiction, fantasy, and TTRPGs, Ana’s idea of paradise involves a good story, a curious mind, and... Show more

Railey Molinario is an international speaker, Relationship Intelligence expert, and global thought leader on human connection. She is on a mission to create a world where Relationship Intelligence and genuine connection are the norm, not the exception.

Railey Molinario is an international speaker, Relationship Intelligence expert, and global thought leader on human connection. She is on a mission to create a world where Relationship Intelligence and genuine connection are the norm, not the exceptio... Show more

Benedict is an Award Winning Polymath, Film Maker & Founder of The Hadley Broadcasting Company. His work focuses on the Spirit, The Creator & Providing equity through radical storytelling. His work has been screened worldwide at Cannes, NYFW & many others & his art includes work for JAY Z, Francis Ford Coppola, PBS, June Ambrose, & The Urban League. He is a 3 x Harvard Loeb Fellowship Nominee, a featured speaker at Jeff Pulver’s VON:Evolution & a 2023 recipient of the Excellence Award for his NFT "Nice Shot Young Man" which features the late Khalif Harrington, the 17 year old star of Benedict's 2021 film "Trap Cakes" who was killed leaving his Newark H.S in 2021. The Award was presented at the 2023 World Economic Forum & was featured prominently on the Nasdaq Tower in Time Square.

Benedict is an Award Winning Polymath, Film Maker & Founder of The Hadley Broadcasting Company. His work focuses on the Spirit, The Creator & Providing equity through radical storytelling. His work has been screened worldwide at Cannes, NYFW & many o... Show more

Sonja Dalseth er redaktør og forlegger i Måken forlag. Hun er også oversetter.

Sonja Dalseth er redaktør og forlegger i Måken forlag. Hun er også oversetter. Show more

Oluwaseun is a multi-talented professional with expertise in both tech and the arts. With a background in computer science, software development, musicology, and music technology, he is passionate about building scalable and profitable products and has a strong commitment to community building and management.

As a seasoned Product and Project Manager specializing in software project management, technical product management and product delivery, Oluwaseun excels in transforming innovative ideas into successful, market-ready products. His expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept to final launch, ensuring alignment with user needs and business objectives.

Currently, Oluwaseun works at MyCover.ai, an insurtech company dedicated to revolutionizing how Africans utilize and experience insurance. He plays a pivotal role in enabling innovators to seamlessly embed insurance into their existing offerings or launch new insurance verticals, driving product development and delivery in alignment with the company's vision of transforming the insurance landscape in Africa.

In addition, Oluwaseun works with the Federal Ministry of Information, Communication, and Digital Economy, leading a federal initiative to train 3 million tech talents in Nigeria. Oluwaseun currently oversees this federal government initiative as the community manager for Ogun State.

Oluwaseun is a multi-talented professional with expertise in both tech and the arts. With a background in computer science, software development, musicology, and music technology, he is passionate about building scalable and profitable products and h... Show more

I built my first website in 1999 and never looked back. Lover of all things front-end, A11y advocate.

I built my first website in 1999 and never looked back. Lover of all things front-end, A11y advocate. Show more

Más de 20 años en areas de operacion de multinacionales en España, Colombia y México, con más de 10 años como especialista en PostgreSQL en entornos críticos y de alta disponibilidad.

Más de 20 años en areas de operacion de multinacionales en España, Colombia y México, con más de 10 años como especialista en PostgreSQL en entornos críticos y de alta disponibilidad. Show more

Seasoned technologist, infoSec researcher & automation hacker. Sassi has accumulated extensive experience in information security for ~30 years, in Red-Blue team assessments, conducting forensic investigations and more, including Fortune100 accounts. Advisory board member of Javelin Networks (acquired by Symantec in 2018). Worked for Microsoft ~8 years as Technology Group Manager and coded support tools for Windows Server. Sassi spoke at TED and TEDx events, and was awarded 4 Peace and friendship awards. Sassi holds a M.A in law, CISSP etc, and speaks regularly at various technology conferences worldwide. Volunteer for youth at risk, aviator & oriental rock guitarist.

Seasoned technologist, infoSec researcher & automation hacker. Sassi has accumulated extensive experience in information security for ~30 years, in Red-Blue team assessments, conducting forensic investigations and more, including Fortune100 accounts.... Show more

Antonio is a self taught Frontender, artist and climber from Mexico. After a 2000km cycling trip through Norway in 2018. He fell in love with the country and in 2019 he moved there with no more than 500 euros and no idea where he was gonna work or live. He started working as a waiter part time and in his free time he started learning programing and norwegian. In January of 2020 Antonio landed the job he has now. He has since enjoyed everyday living in Norway by climbing outdoors and painting the beautiful Norwegian landscape and sharing that on Youtube. Now he is a married man and a father to his first son who he loves very much.

Antonio is a self taught Frontender, artist and climber from Mexico. After a 2000km cycling trip through Norway in 2018. He fell in love with the country and in 2019 he moved there with no more than 500 euros and no idea where he was gonna work or li... Show more

Jensen has experience as an entrepreneur, innovator, investor, producer and architect. Always asking, “What if?” currently, he is advisor and investor for web3 / blockchain and AI startups. His forthcoming book Structured Mischief: Influence, Impact and Creating Good in a AI and Blockchain World will be released in Summer of 2025. He currently hosts a podcast of the same name. He is Co-founder and CEO of Open Carbon--first of a kind climate marketplace for the trading of climate and sustainability assets.

Working at the intersection of innovation, technology and design, he is a thought leader in the areas of emerging tech including GenAI / Agentic AI, blockchain, web3, experience design, radical growth, augmented media reality, streaming data, and digital transformation. He orchestrates experiences and interactive product design across industries and business futures; all of this, he calls “Structured Mischief.” Jensen is currently an active investor and advisor, helping companies identify, develop and scale up promising new product and process ideas to create a sustainable future.

As a two-time Primetime Emmy award winner, Jensen has been elected to the Hollywood Reporter Digital 50, served on industry boards and organizations including Vice Chair of the Producers Guild of America and Governor of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Practicing as an architect and filmmaker, he began his career working with architects Richard Meier and Zaha Hadid, combining physical space with media and technology to create “experience spaces.” He holds a MArch from Harvard University; CE Leadership from Harvard Business School; CE Food Sustainability, Cambridge University; BArch from University of Houston.

Jensen has experience as an entrepreneur, innovator, investor, producer and architect. Always asking, “What if?” currently, he is advisor and investor for web3 / blockchain and AI startups. His forthcoming book Structured Mischief: Influence, Impact ... Show more

I’m a values-driven, serial entrepreneur with a background in consulting, foodtech, e-commerce, blockchain, and web3. I am based in LA but travel frequently to speak and do media. As an angel I invest via MainChain Ventures (www.mainchainventures.com) and I’m also establishing a larger fund. I have driven hundreds of conversations around the emerging technology landscape as co-host on The Edge of Show (www.thedgeofshow.com) with combined reach over. I am also producer of Outer Edge LA and Outer Edge Riyadh (www.outeredge.live) - both are immersive gatherings that combine high-level thought leadership, entertainment, web3, advanced blockchain technology, gaming, and culture. Backed by Animoca Brands, Avalanche and many other strategic partners, The Edge of Company is focused on co-creating the future via edu-taining content, media support, events and strategic advisory.

I’m a values-driven, serial entrepreneur with a background in consulting, foodtech, e-commerce, blockchain, and web3. I am based in LA but travel frequently to speak and do media. As an angel I invest via MainChain Ventures (www.mainchainventures.com... Show more

My career in technology is built on a foundation of distinguished Naval service, where I first developed technical skills and a deep commitment to excellence. After military service, I transitioned into Information Technology and Computer Systems, earning a Systems Analyst degree that equipped me with the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary for the field.

My technical expertise has grown to encompass various Systems Engineering skills. All involved in Designing, Developing, Testing, Deploying, Managing, Troubleshooting, and Upgrading. Here are the highlights:

Citrix Technologies
Enterprise Storage
Fiber Channel Infrastructures
Microsoft Technologies
Scripting Languages
VMware vSphere

My commitment to professional development and integrity is always a top priority. I aim to position myself and my clients with the best possible opportunities for satisfaction and success.

My career in technology is built on a foundation of distinguished Naval service, where I first developed technical skills and a deep commitment to excellence. After military service, I transitioned into Information Technology and Computer Systems, ea... Show more